Charming Bear: Secluded Mountain Cabin w/ Firepit, Views, 2 Living Areas & Pets!
Escape to Charming Bear - Where Everything is Just Right (according to Goldilocks!)
Tucked away at the end of a private road, Charming Bear is a secluded mountain retreat thoughtfully designed by “Papa, Mama, and Baby Bear” to make your stay feel just right. Whether you're here for quiet mornings, wildlife, beautiful sunrises, fireside nights, or time with the people who matter most, every detail of this cabin was created to strike that perfect balance of cozy and elevated, peaceful and memorable.
Traveling with a Larger Group? Need more space but want to stay close?
Our sister cabin, Charming Bear, is just 5 minutes away and offers a quieter, mountain-focused experience.
Book both properties together for: - Large family gatherings - Group retreats - Wedding accommodations
The perfect setup: Gather together during the day. Retreat to your own space at night.
CHARMING BEAR CABIN
- Why Guests Love It (The “Just Right” Details)
- Firepit under the trees — not too big, not too small… just right for gathering
- Mountain views + unforgettable sunrises from the deck
- EV charger + easy paved access (no mountain driving stress)
- Game room + multiple living spaces for fun and flexibility
- Fully stocked kitchen + Big Green Egg grill
- Fast WiFi + smart TVs everywhere
- Private, peaceful setting just minutes from town & Lake Chatuge
- The Experience
At Charming Bear, you’re not just booking a cabin—you’re stepping into a story.
Wake up as the mountains glow with sunrise, coffee in hand, everything quiet and still. Spend your day exploring nearby trails, the lake, or simply enjoying the calm of being surrounded by trees for miles.
As evening settles in, gather around the firepit, roast s’mores, and share stories under the stars—where everything slows down and feels… just right.
These friendly bears have truly thought of every detail to provide you with options to tailor your experience for relaxation, reflection, intimacy, and connection all within the property, while in a central location to enjoy the expanded experience of the North Georgia bordering North Carolina mountains.
THE LAYOUT (Room for Everyone to Feel at Home)
Main Level
- King master bedroom (Papa Bear approved) - Second bedroom + bunk room (perfect for the whole crew) - Full bath - Kitchen with mountain views - Cozy living room with fireplace + deck access
Lower Level
- Private bedroom + full bath (a quiet escape when you want it) - Large rec room with TV, games, and pull-out couch - Sleeps up to 9 comfortably - Ideal for families, couples, or groups who want space to spread out
Outdoor Living (Where the Magic Happens)
This is where Charming Bear truly shines:
- Two spacious decks with dining + seating - Firepit surrounded by Adirondack chairs - Rocking chairs for slow mornings and quiet evenings - Outdoor lighting that creates a warm, inviting glow at night - Flat, easy parking for multiple vehicles, boats, or RVs
Location (Adventure + Convenience, Perfectly Balanced) - Minutes to Lake Chatuge (boating, fishing, kayaking) - Close to downtown Hiawassee (restaurants, coffee, essentials) - Easy access to hiking trails, waterfalls & scenic drives - Paved roads all the way to the cabin
What Makes This Place Different
Every stay at Charming Bear is intentionally designed to feel effortless.
Not too rustic, not too modern. Not too remote, not too busy.
Just the right mix of comfort, charm, privacy, and experience—so you can truly relax, reconnect, and enjoy your time in the mountains.
A Note from the Bears
Papa Bear insisted on the firepit and fast WiFi. Mama Bear made sure the views and cozy spaces were perfect. Baby Bear added the fun—games, gathering spaces, and little touches throughout.
Together, they created a place where guests can arrive, settle in, and feel like everything is… just right.
* Upon renting we provide you with a full guide of the areas including activities, food, suggestions, etc. It is imperative to us that you enjoy your stay!
** All bear mentions, puns and references are purely for descriptive and entertainment purposes (and may also provide charming insight into personalities and corny senses of humor). And in that spirit... Bear with us while we get you booked.
**** Managed by Charming 2 Stay, LLC
* Paved Parking. Extensive areas to park. Paved road to get to cabin. Less than 5 miles to Hiawassee off of Sunnyside Road.
** Upon renting we provide you with a full guide of the areas including activities, food, suggestions, etc. It is imperative to us that you enjoy your stay!
*** All bear mentions, puns and references are purely for descriptive and entertainment purposes. And in that spirit... Bear with us while we get you booked.
**** Managed by Charming 2 Stay, LLC
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure all garbage is put into bags and taken out to the garbage cans at the bottom of the driveway
Please return all furniture, pillows and other items in the cabin to their original locations.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3779341vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Hiawassee
Located in Hiawassee, this campsite is in a rural area and near a water park. Cherokee Homestead Exhibit and Chatuge Dam are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Victoria's Center and Union County Farmers Market. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and Hamilton Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
beach near Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 124 min drive
Restaurants
Sand Bar - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Bojangles - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
Enrico's Italian Restaurant - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Bear: Secluded Mountain Cabin w/ Firepit, Views, 2 Living Areas & Pets! pet-friendly?
Yes, this campsite allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Charming Bear: Secluded Mountain Cabin w/ Firepit, Views, 2 Living Areas & Pets!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Bear: Secluded Mountain Cabin w/ Firepit, Views, 2 Living Areas & Pets!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Bear: Secluded Mountain Cabin w/ Firepit, Views, 2 Living Areas & Pets!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Bear: Secluded Mountain Cabin w/ Firepit, Views, 2 Living Areas & Pets! located?
Situated in the mountains, this campsite is within 2 miles (3 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest, Chatuge Lake and Boundary Waters Marina. Hiwassee River is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Christina Crumbley
Tina and Tom are enthusiastic hosts striving to give our guests amazing mountain and lake experiences. We live in Cumming Georgia, just a short 72 miles away and love the Hiawassee are so much we wanted to start with short term rentals and possibly retire there some day. We both also love our pet dogs and cats and know the challenges and joys of vacation when you have pets, so we want make that an easier experience as well. Our general approach and business plan is to offer value, the beauty of nature, and a fun experience for couples, families, people who want to get away and unplug, and provide a central location to enjoy the beauty of North Georgia.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood chose us. While in the process of closing on our other property, we found a hidden gem that had gone through a 80% renovation, but needed a little love and creativity to finish the rest. This became our project as a newly engaged couple, testing our communications, perserverance, inginuity, and do it yourself skills. In the end, we feel we created a place people will love year round, maybe as much as we do when we get the chance to host ourselves.
What makes this property unique
There are many beautiful places in Hiawassee, but what makes this property unique is it has enough space to relax and unplug without being to far into the mountains. You can sit on the deck sipping a starbucks coffee or eating a Dunkin Donut from 5 minutes away while the dear are still foraging for sweet morning vegatation, hit the lake in 5 minutes, be in a casino in Murphy 40 minutes away, walk the streets of Helen 25 minutes away, drive the North Georgia Scenic Byways, hike a smal section of the Appalachian Trail, come back to the cabin and plug in your hybrid SUV or EV, and then reflect on your day sitting around a (firewood provided) fire pit. When you do decide to call it a day, we made sure we provided THE MOST comfortable beds possible. Our guests typically enjoy all of this in one day, but if you want to relax and get around to some of it eventually, we also provided the latest smart TVs and internet, so you can unplug by being plugged into the virtual side of life as well.
Languages:
English, French
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